The Uniform Status in practice: Update and Model Clauses

January 31, 2014
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Brussels, Belgium

On January 1, 2014, the long-awaited Act on a Uniform Status for Workers entered into force. This Act brings some fundamental changes in Belgian labor and employment law. The most important change consists of the introduction of new uniform notice periods for blue and white collar workers as from January 1, 2014. In addition, the Act i.a. abolishes the so-called unrefunded first day of sick leave that existed for blue collar workers as well as the probation period.

During this lunch seminar, we will explain the new rules using practical examples and we will discuss the many questions that these new rules bring about. We will also provide model clauses in line with the new provisions that can be inserted in your standard employment agreements and into the Work Regulations.

After the lunch seminar – until 6:00 pm – we offer the possibility to informally obtain individual advice (upon appointment via e-mail at eplasschaert@crowell.com) about any specific questions that you may have on the Act and/or with respect to your current standard employment agreements and/or Work Regulations. It is also possible to only register for such an individual appointment (as from 2:00 pm).